AMBassador
VISION
To be a community of support for converts and Muslims seeking deeper connections by providing social, emotional, spiritual support.
To be a community of support for converts and Muslims seeking deeper connections by providing social, emotional, spiritual support.
ABOUT
The Sadeeq Program is a program for converts and for Muslims looking to foster new and deeper connections with Allah and within the Muslim community.
The word "Sadeeq" is commonly translated as friend and companion. Finding a sadeeq is a key element of this mentorship program.
This program pairs “Ambassadors” with "Newcomers".
This program offers:
The Sadeeq Welcome Reception is held quarterly to introduce Newcomers to their Ambassadors and interact with current members of the programs. Here are the dates for upcoming Welcome Receptions:
The word "Sadeeq" is commonly translated as friend and companion. Finding a sadeeq is a key element of this mentorship program.
This program pairs “Ambassadors” with "Newcomers".
- Newcomers are converts or Muslims seeking support.
- Ambassadors are mentors and friends to Newcomers, and they assist Newcomers in achieving their goals.
This program offers:
- A 6-month commitment for Ambassador-Newcomer pairing
- A spiritual ('ibada) action plan with an Ambassador as an accountability partner
- Access to a resource database that includes local Muslim organizations and lists of various services
- Connections to social events within the Muslim community including Good Tree events
The Sadeeq Welcome Reception is held quarterly to introduce Newcomers to their Ambassadors and interact with current members of the programs. Here are the dates for upcoming Welcome Receptions:
- September 19th, 2022
- December 19th, 2022
- March 20th, 2022
- June 19th, 2022
EXPECTATIONS
An Ambassador is expected to:
- Commit to being an Ambassador for at least 6 months
- Assist Newcomer in establishing and attaining realistic goals
- Meet with Newcomer once a week (ex. virtually, phone, or in-person)
- Develop a rapport with Newcomer
- Assist Newcomer in using resources provided by the program
- Be readily accessible and reasonably available to personally help Newcomer
- Reach out to someone if unsure of how to address a certain topic or issue
- Direct Newcomer to someone with more knowledge, when appropriate
- Foster a safe space and practice confidentially about personal and private matters
- Be proactive and motivational in helping Newcomer to achieve goals
- Stay in communication with Sadeeq coordinators periodically
ATTRIBUTES
An Ambassador should embody the following attributes:
Apply now to become an Ambassador in the Sadeeq Program. Click the "Apply" tab above.
- Have a desire to personally serve others
- Connected to the Muslim community (ex. attend Good Tree events)
- Honor and align with the values of Good Tree (i.e Trust, Connection, Generosity, Creativity and Curiosity)
Apply now to become an Ambassador in the Sadeeq Program. Click the "Apply" tab above.